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how to know if iphone 8 plus ipsw gsm or global? Model number is A1897. I need help please

Hello,


I forgot my iPhone 8 plus passcode, so I'm trying to restore and update it. I need to download an IPSW file but there's two types: GSW and Global. I don't know which one to download. My phone is model A1897. Please, I really need help.


My device is iPhone 8 plus running iOS11.0.3

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 11.0.3

Posted on Nov 11, 2017 6:14 AM

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how to know if iphone 8 plus ipsw gsm or global? Model number is A1897. I need help please

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